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Below is a synthesis of 20 commandments, rules, and precepts derived from the core moral and ethical teachings of:
- The Old Testament (Tanakh / Torah)
- The New Testament
- The Qur’an
- The Talmud (Jewish Oral Law & Rabbinic teachings)
This list blends the common ethical, legal, and spiritual values of all four traditions into a concise and representative moral code. These are not direct quotes but paraphrased principles harmonized across the texts.
Synthesis of 20 Commandments, Rules, and Precepts - Believe in One God, the Creator of all, who is just, merciful, and sovereign.
(Torah: Deut 6:4, Qur’an: 112:1-4, NT: Mark 12:29, Talmud: Berakhot 33b)
- Do not worship idols or associate partners with God.
(Exodus 20:3-5, Qur’an 4:48, NT: 1 Cor 10:14, Talmud: Sanhedrin 63b)
- Honor your parents, show gratitude and care for family.
(Exodus 20:12, Qur’an 17:23, NT: Eph 6:2, Talmud: Kiddushin 31a)
- Do not murder; respect and preserve human life.
(Exodus 20:13, Qur’an 5:32, NT: Matt 5:21-22, Talmud: Sanhedrin 57a)
- Do not steal; uphold the rights of others to their property.
(Exodus 20:15, Qur’an 5:38, NT: Eph 4:28, Talmud: Bava Kamma 94a)
- Speak the truth, avoid false witness, slander, and gossip.
(Exodus 20:16, Qur’an 49:12, NT: Eph 4:25, Talmud: Arachin 15b)
- Do not commit adultery; honor the sanctity of marriage.
(Exodus 20:14, Qur’an 17:32, NT: Matt 5:27-28, Talmud: Sotah 4b)
- Treat others as you wish to be treated; love your neighbor.
(Lev 19:18, Qur’an 4:36, NT: Matt 7:12, Talmud: Shabbat 31a)
- Care for the poor, orphans, widows, and strangers.
(Deut 10:18, Qur’an 2:177, NT: James 1:27, Talmud: Ketubot 50a)
- Practice justice and fairness, especially in courts and commerce.
(Deut 16:20, Qur’an 4:135, NT: Luke 11:42, Talmud: Sanhedrin 32a)
- Be humble and avoid arrogance and pride.
(Micah 6:8, Qur’an 31:18, NT: James 4:6, Talmud: Sotah 5a)
- Repent sincerely and seek forgiveness for wrongdoing.
(Psalm 51, Qur’an 66:8, NT: 1 John 1:9, Talmud: Yoma 86a)
- Guard your tongue; avoid malicious speech and bearing grudges.
(Lev 19:16, Qur’an 49:11-12, NT: James 3:5-10, Talmud: Arachin 15b)
- Keep your word; honor vows and be trustworthy.
(Num 30:2, Qur’an 16:91, NT: Matt 5:37, Talmud: Nedarim 8a)
- Observe rest and spiritual reflection (e.g., Sabbath, prayer).
(Exodus 20:8-11, Qur’an 62:9-10, NT: Mark 2:27, Talmud: Shabbat 10b)
- Seek knowledge and wisdom as paths to understanding God.
(Prov 4:7, Qur’an 20:114, NT: Prov 1:7 quoted in NT, Talmud: Pirkei Avot 4:1)
- Avoid envy and covetousness, be content with your blessings.
(Exodus 20:17, Qur’an 4:32, NT: Luke 12:15, Talmud: Avot 4:1)
- Give charity (tzedakah/zakat) and be generous with your means.
(Deut 15:7-11, Qur’an 2:267, NT: Matt 6:2-4, Talmud: Gittin 7a)
- Be patient and persevere in the face of trials and injustice.
(Job 1:21, Qur’an 2:153, NT: Romans 5:3-4, Talmud: Berakhot 5a)
- Act with love, mercy, and compassion, for these are divine traits.
(Exodus 34:6, Qur’an 21:107, NT: 1 Cor 13, Talmud: Sotah 14a)
This code avoids theological contradictions and instead emphasizes shared values: monotheism, morality, justice, humility, charity, truthfulness, and compassion. Let me know if you'd like this reframed for a particular audience, e.g., children, secular use, or interfaith dialogue. |
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